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Tori L.


Gwynn Oak, MD

$16-19/hr1 yrs exp

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I have helped for many years at Johnnycake elementary in the CALS program. I currently work there now, but I feel as though I would rather work with a child one on one. My job there is to teach change diapers, and help with everyday needs of the children. Most of the students are non verbal so I do know some sign language, and...
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Leonora G.


Gwynn Oak, MD

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello and thank you for reviewing my profile. I am a career professional nanny. I've had the pleasure of working with and nurturing children of all ages. Some of my children had challenges such as speech delay, ADHD and cognitive/developmentental delays, however it was always a joy to see them reach their specific milestones and...

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I have 10 years experience as a RBT Tech dealing with clients with asd/add developmental disabilities and various mental health disorders. I am CPR first aide certified Mandt certified and licensed to administer medication. Through my experiences I have the ability to help clients and families provide a system of data and...
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Tori L.


Gwynn Oak, MD

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

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I have been working with children for years. Back in high school I worked in child care development for three years. I had volunteered in a special needs classroom for 5 years, and now I currently work there. I assist children everyday, but I am looking to get out of the school system, and babysit/nanny. Babysitter. Love kids.
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Desiree A.


Gwynn Oak, MD

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

CNA, GNA & Med Tech

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I have knowledge in caring for adults, teens, and children with mental disabilities. My duties include feeding, bathing, administrating medication of all kinds, assisting with appointments, changing trachs, assisting with ventilators. I am expert in measuring vital signs, provide accurate documentation of daily observations,...
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Shawn H.


Baltimore, MD

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver/babysitter

5.0

(2)

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I have 26+ years of experience raising my 3 children as a SAHM, family manager and homemaker. I home-schooled my kids for 10+ years, before they attended conventional schools. They all graduated with honors. Two of my children have high-functioning autism and other neuro-atypicalities. I'm well-versed in all things...
5.0
"Shawn is extremely thorough, thoughtful and conscientious. She is responsible, knowledgeable about working with children with special needs, practical and dependable. Shawn is also trustworthy and reliable....

Reviewed by Lori W.

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Tina A.


Baltimore, MD

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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I have my CPR/first aide and AED certifications. Along for caring for your child(ren), I can assist in household duties. Such as cooking and cleaning. I have experience with children and seniors.
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Therese H.


Baltimore, MD

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

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I recently graduated from Columbia with my master's in social work. In 2017 I graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a BA in Human Development and Family Studies. I have been babysitting and nannying for over 10 years, and have experience with children ages 1 month to 15 years. I also have experience with...
5.0
"Therese was excellent. She was able to show up on very short notice and helped us care for our young toddler. She's very attentive and listens to the instructions for the child. We felt very comfortable with...

Reviewed by Benjamin P.

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Lauren H.


Baltimore, MD

$16-30/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

5.0

(1)

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Hi there, for the past five years, I have had the privilege of working with children newborn to young teens in various settings. I have previously worked as a newborn/infant assistant teacher on and off, as well as with special needs children in a home care setting as well as a medical daycare. With this, I have familiarity...
5.0
"Lauren was wonderful with our fussy infant - Kind and patient. We enjoyed meeting her and would hire her again!"

Reviewed by Angela J.

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Jaime S.


Towson, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I am very passionate about working with seniors, children and individuals with special needs. I have worked with families of all as well as my own family members. My mom has MS so that drives me to help as many families as I can since she is currently totally independent. I have worked for the ARC of Howard Co. for over 2 years...
5.0
"My experience with Ms.Jamie was Wonderful!!!! She was caring, nice,attentive, to all the need of my child. We absolutely love her!!"

Reviewed by Care member

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Kim S.


Baltimore, MD

$10-25/hr

Part Time Certified Nursing Assistant

5.0

(1)

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I am a CNA I have been working in the nursing field since 1981. I have experience in hospitals, assisted living , nursing homes and adults with disabilities. I have experience inadminitering insulin, checking blood sugar
5.0
"I came from out of town for a procedure, and I needed someone to help me after my procedure. I was very lucky to find Kim. She is wonderful around. Kim is very kind, caring and helpful. She did everything I...

Reviewed by Max S.

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Audra K.


Baltimore, MD

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Date Night And Weekend Babysitter!

5.0

(1)

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I have worked with children in different settings from summer camp to in home for over 15 years. Most of my work has been with children and adults with special needs and their siblings. I really enjoy babysitting/childcare. With my current schedule I am able to provide care 1-4X/month. I would like to find one or two families to...
5.0
"Audra is beyond fantastic! She came to watch my son for the first time last Sunday and my he is already asking when she can come back! He is physically disabled and uses a wheelchair full time and also has some...

Reviewed by Emily H.

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Andrea J.


Baltimore, MD

$33-36/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Loyal, Mature Nanny

4.6

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I began my Nanny career right after high school 22 years ago. My experience working with multiple families has been extremely rewarding, I could not imagine being in any other line of work. I have cared for children of all ages from newborns-teenagers, multiples, special needs and those with dietary restrictions. The experience...
5.0
"Andrea cared for our son for over a year when he was 1-2 years old. She is incredibly reliable, conscientious and an overall wonderful person and nanny. Andrea is patient and understands toddler's needs to the...

Reviewed by Lynlee B.

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Haja K.


Brooklyn, MD

$25/hr10 yrs exp

The Babysitter/ Nanny Your Child Will Love

5.0

(1)

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Hello my name is Haja I have been a babysitter/Nanny for 7 years plus. I have a certification in child's development. I am CPR & First Aide certified. I have an exceptional personal experience of being mother of 2 beautiful children . I worked in actual daycare facility and also in home childcare for 7 years plus . I love...
5.0
"My children fell in love with her in an instant, she kept me updated of everything while i was out , which kept my mind at ease. I will definitely and alway hire her. "

Reviewed by Care member

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Sharmaine C.


Baltimore, MD

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Truly Care

5.0

(1)

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I have been working with the elderly since I was 16 years old. I have been providing caring since I was 19 years old. I am certified by the state of Maryland as a CNA and GNA I have been certified for 10 years now. I am also CPR and first aid certified. I am certified by the DDA to work with mentally disabled. I have worked with...
5.0
"Sharmaine did a great job caring for my son. She is very dependable and professional. Would highly recommend."

Reviewed by Patricia B.

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Nikea M.


Owings Mills, MD

$43/hr20 yrs exp

The Best Nanny In The DMV

4.9

(16)

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Hello, I am Nikea I am a Nanny located in Maryland I service the surrounding areas. I have over 25 years of experience. I am a passionate and loving woman. I am loving, gentle and genuine. I take great pride in being a nanny. I have plenty of credentials along with references. I am also a nurse. I specialize in early...
5.0
"Nikea, is warm, kind, gentle, and extremely caring with both our children. She's very punctual, professional, and absolutely puts us at ease. She provides us updates via, text which is a perfect way to keep us...

Reviewed by Romaine J.

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Helen H.


Baltimore, MD

$23-27/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter And Nanny

4.8

(7)

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Hi. I'm Ms. Helen and I'm a mother and an experienced nanny. I offer over 15 years of experience caring for children from birth ( including premature infants) to adolescence. I have experience with special needs children (those with epilepsy, autism, pace makers, and cerebral palsy). My caretaker philosophy is to provide...
5.0
"In our phone interview, Helen was very sweet and knowledgeable, and her experience caring for people with disabilities made her stand out as able to adapt to someone's needs. We ended up having a change in...

Reviewed by Kate F.

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Rachell W.


Catonsville, MD

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Preschool Teacher~ Experience With Special Needs And Autism.

5.0

(1)

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I am a former Baltimore County Public School System 1-on-1 aide in the Pre-k classrooms with special needs children. I find joy in figuring out how to connect with them to help them reach milestones. As a former teacher myself, I enjoy teaching children and watching them learn. I believe everything can be a learning experience...
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Audra K.


Baltimore, MD

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Wide Experience, Specialize In Respite Care

5.0

(1)

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I have worked with individuals with special needs for over 15 years. I have worked in day camp and sleep away camp settings. For the past 15 years I have shifted to doing more work with in home respite care. I have extensive experience with many diagnoses. Most recently I have worked with individuals with autism spectrum...
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Nikea M.


Owings Mills, MD

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

The Best Nanny In The DMV

5.0

(4)

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Hello, I am Nikea I am a Nanny located in Maryland I service the surrounding areas. I have over 25 years of experience. I am a passionate and loving woman. I am loving, gentle and genuine. I take great pride in being a nanny. I have plenty of credentials and certifications along with references. I am also a nurse. I...
5.0
"We found Care.com via the internet. We were both apprehensive at first for we were not personally recommended by anyone. You did assure us that you were an highly qualified, dependable and trustworthy...

Reviewed by Yuma B.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Gwynn Oak, MD

Shawn H.

5.0

Shawn is extremely thorough, thoughtful and conscientious. She is responsible, knowledgeable about working with children with special needs, practical and dependable. Shawn is also trustworthy and reliable. I have no hesitations in recommending Shawn for employment.

- Lori W.

Therese H.

5.0

Therese was excellent. She was able to show up on very short notice and helped us care for our young toddler. She's very attentive and listens to the instructions for the child. We felt very comfortable with Therese taking care of our toddler to the park and reading to her and freeing us up to do...

- Benjamin P.

Lauren H.

5.0

Lauren was wonderful with our fussy infant - Kind and patient. We enjoyed meeting her and would hire her again!

- Angela J.

Jaime S.

5.0

Great caregiver! Very attentive and caring. Would hire again!

- Care member

Kim S.

5.0

I came from out of town for a procedure, and I needed someone to help me after my procedure. I was very lucky to find Kim. She is wonderful around. Kim is very kind, caring and helpful. She did everything I asked her to do, and she made sure I followed all of the post-procedure instructions. Kim is...

- Max S.

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